Crunchy Chicken Casserole Recipe
This comforting Crunchy Chicken Casserole is a creamy, easy-to-make dish that combines shredded chicken, mixed vegetables, and a creamy sauce, all topped with a buttery, crunchy layer of cornflakes or fried onions.
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Crunchy Chicken Casserole
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Cooked chicken, shredded or cubed | 4 cups |
| Cream of chicken soup | 1 can (10.5 oz) |
| Sour cream | 1 cup |
| Mayonnaise | 1/2 cup |
| Garlic powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Onion powder | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Black pepper | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn) | 1 1/2 cups |
| Shredded cheddar cheese | 1 1/2 cups |
| Crushed cornflakes or crispy fried onions | 1 cup |
| Melted butter | 2 tablespoons |
How To Make Crunchy Chicken Casserole:
- Step 1: Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Step 2: Mix Filling Base: In a large bowl, combine the 1 can cream of chicken soup, 1 cup sour cream, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Mix the sauce base well.
- Step 3: Add Ingredients: Add the 4 cups cooked chicken, 1 1/2 cups frozen vegetables, and 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese to the mixture. Stir until everything is evenly combined.
- Step 4: Assemble Casserole: Pour the filling mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Step 5: Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, combine the 1 cup crushed cornflakes (or crispy fried onions) with the 2 tablespoons melted butter. Stir to coat the topping completely.
- Step 6: Top and Bake: Sprinkle the topping evenly over the casserole. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.
- Step 7: Serve: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving.
